Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups potato flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
Special Equipment Needed:
- Doughnut pan
- Pastry bag or zip-top bag
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the potato flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean and add to the batter. Mix until combined.
6. Transfer the batter to a pastry bag or zip-top bag. Cut off the tip of the bag and pipe the batter into the prepared doughnut pan.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a doughnut comes out clean.
8. Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees F
Serving Size: Makes 12 doughnuts
Nutritional Information (per doughnut):
Calories: 150
Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 2g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Potato flour can be substituted with all-purpose flour.
- Buttermilk can be substituted with regular milk.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with melted butter or coconut oil.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter for added flavor and texture.
- Substitute the vanilla extract with almond extract or other flavorings.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to grease the doughnut pan well to ensure the doughnuts don’t stick.
- If using a pastry bag, make sure to snip off the tip of the bag to ensure the batter is evenly distributed.
Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the oven at 350 degrees F for 5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
Dust the doughnuts with powdered sugar or top with a glaze or icing.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or yogurt.
Troubleshooting Advice:
If the doughnuts are not cooked through, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
Store in an airtight container and consume within 3 days.
Food History:
Doughnuts have been around for centuries and are believed to have originated in Europe.
Flavor Profiles:
These doughnuts are sweet and have a subtle vanilla flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or snack.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Vanilla, Fluffy, Doughy, Vanilla-Flavored